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June 10, 2026
Knockout carnival to celebrate rugby league and community culture
THE best Indigenous rugby league talent from across the country will return to Lismore in September for the Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival. It will...
June 10, 2026
Nearly 200 students explore aviation careers at Ballina airport expo
NEARLY 200 students explored careers in aviation at the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Aviation Careers Expo, which has grown from 30 attendees in its...
June 9, 2026
Young professionals network continues to grow
MORE than 70 young professionals have joined the Northern Rivers Young Professionals Network since its launch in December, with the group continuing to expand...
June 8, 2026
Lessons across generations
A PROGRAM bringing Ballina teenagers and aged care residents together through weekly activities is reducing social isolation and building friendships across generations. The Stronger Together...
June 8, 2026
Rous opens community grants program
ROUS County Council has launched its Community Grants Program, offering grants of $1,000 to $2,500 for projects that improve waterways, support weed biosecurity and...
June 8, 2026
Junior bowlers from around the world to compete for golden nugget
CLUB Tweed will host some of the best young lawn bowlers from across the world at the 23rd annual Junior Golden Nugget tournament. The event...
June 7, 2026
Bold plans with region set to host Australia’s first all-female skateboarding event
Lismore will host Momentum, Australia's first all-female skateboarding competition, with organisers hoping the event will become one of the country's premier showcases for women...
June 7, 2026
A new trading card group looks to expand its Magic: The Gathering meetings
A NEW community group of trading card enthusiasts is searching for a permanent home in Ballina as its Magic: The Gathering sessions continue to...
June 7, 2026
Bonfire and fireworks fundraiser to shine light on Rous Public School
ROUS Public School is preparing to host one of the longest-running community events in the region at the 45th annual Bonfire Night. The popular fundraising...
June 6, 2026
Connection Club named state finalist
CLUB Lennox Sports has been named a state finalist in the ClubsNSW Clubs & Community Awards for a program helping young people build wellbeing,...
June 6, 2026
Forty become Australians
FORTY people from around the world became Australian citizens at a ceremony in Lismore this month. The ceremony was held at the Adam Gilchrist Pavilion,...
June 6, 2026
Soccer referees enforce jewellery crackdown with players banned from using tape to cover piercings
FOOTBALL Far North Coast referees have enforced a crackdown on players wearing jewellery in matches after attempts to cover ear and nose piercings with...
June 5, 2026
A Night of Dark Folk at Pearces Creek Hall with M.E. Baird
MUSICIAN Matt M.E. Baird will return with a full band for the first time in five years at Pearces Creek Hall, overcoming a period...
June 5, 2026
SEN/“He’s electric”: Why Carney believes Katoa can replica
WITH his ability to engage with the line, create linebreaks and a strong kicking game, Isaiya Katoa has been lauded within the Rugby League...
June 4, 2026
‘Jet plane’ roar wakes children as fire destroys home
FIRE and Rescue NSW is urging Northern Rivers residents to test their smoke alarms and review their home fire safety plans following a series...
June 4, 2026
Mama Afrika Festival to strengthen cultural connection through food and dance
UNITY, pride and cultural exchange will come alive in Lismore at the Mama Afrika Festival. It will be held at the Adam Gilchrist Pavilion at...
June 4, 2026
SEN/12 rejection calls: Parmy reveals Diamonds brutality
PLAYING the most participated sport in your country with just seven players to a side comes with the obvious challenge that being selected to...
June 3, 2026
Footy legend Matty Johns to entertain live crowd at Lismore show
FORMER NRL star and television personality Matty Johns is heading to the Northern Rivers for a one-night-only live show at the Lismore Workers Club. An...
June 3, 2026
Unified awards program to celebrate businesses across the shire
THE Alstonville Wollongbar Chamber of Commerce will be incorporated as a key part of the Ballina Business Awards this year. A collaboration with the Ballina...
June 2, 2026
Annual rugby league lunch to raise vital funds for families in need
THE Family of League is set for its biggest fundraiser of the year, with a star-studded lunch of guest speakers at the Coolangatta Hotel. The...
June 2, 2026
Construction starts on $18 million cultural centre redevelopment
CONSTRUCTION has officially begun on the $18 million upgrade of the Alstonville Cultural Centre, with the redevelopment to deliver expanded library services and upgraded...
June 1, 2026
Rugby coach backs Far North Coast to compete with country’s best
FAR North Coast has set a goal to bring home the top prize in NSW Country rugby union after winning the Richardson Shield during...
June 1, 2026
Bexhill quarry plans gather momentum
PLANS to transform Bexhill Quarry into a regional parkland and tourism destination are moving forward, with concept plans presented during recent community consultation sessions. The...
June 1, 2026
Experts to discuss drought resilience and water security when Ballina hosts state conference
BALLINA will host the 2026 Local Government NSW Water Management Conference with delegates from across the state to focus on drought resilience and future...
